Michael Harris II documentary premieres
ATLANTA -- One of baseball’s best developing stories is told via "Michael Harris II: The Dream and the Journey," a documentary about the reigning National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award winner.
This documentary premiered Thursday on braves.com and both the Braves’ Facebook and YouTube pages. The 20-minute film chronicles how Harris realized a dream this summer after he debuted for the Braves just three years after graduating from suburban Atlanta’s Stockbridge High School.
Former Braves vice president of scouting and current Astros general manager Dana Brown is among those featured in the short film. Brown discusses how he and his scouts found Harris playing in annual showcase games, such as the Hank Aaron Invitational and 44 Classic presented by Nike.
The documentary provides a glimpse into Harris’ childhood via pictures and stories provided by his parents, Michael and LaTaucha Harris. Both take time to reminisce about the good times they had watching their son hone his baseball skills at Gresham Park and various locations around Atlanta.
Viewers will also get a chance to hear from former Braves Marquis Grissom and Marvin Freeman, who have continued to make an impact while coaching youth baseball teams in the Atlanta area. They discuss their earliest memories of Harris, who spent his high school years playing for teams sponsored by Grissom.